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Artists' books as catalysts for social change

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  25 January 2019

Jane Anne Carlin
Jane Anne Carlin*
Affiliation:
Library Director, Collins Memorial Library, University of Puget Sound, 1500 North Warner Street #1021, Tacoma, Washington 98416-1021, USA Email: [email protected]
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Abstract

From the moment Gutenberg's Bible was set to print, books have played a role in shaping society. The enduring legacy of the book as a powerful vehicle for social transformation is just as significant today as it was over five hundred years ago. Contemporary artists’ books can serve as powerful catalysts within the classroom and in the community to foster conversations that address social justice issues and to generate dialog that can lead to greater understanding. This article will focus on how one liberal arts college library has promoted artists’ books in conversations to explore cultural competency and to encourage understanding.

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Research Article
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Art Libraries Journal , Volume 44 , Issue 1 , January 2019 , pp. 2 - 8
Copyright
© ARLIS, 2019 

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Footnotes

This article is adapted from a paper delivered on Friday 27 July 2018 at the ARLIS/UK & Ireland Conference, at the Architectural Association, London.

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